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One-third of nation in poverty or “near poverty”

December 2, 2011 By Special to People’s World

A startling new study by the Census Bureau reveals that one in three Americans - 100 million people - live in poverty or near poverty.

Two thirds of HIV victims in U.S. are untreated

November 30, 2011 By Joe Sims

Only about a third of those in the U.S. with HIV are getting treated says the Centers for Disease Control.

Global super-rich stash: Now $25 trillion

November 18, 2011 By Sam Pizzigati

Banks can go either of two routes: They can squeeze the 99 percent with nuisance fees and penalties, or they can cater to the richest of the rich.

Veterans say: We are part of the 99 percent

November 10, 2011 By Tim Wheeler

Veterans are observing Veterans Day by joining the "99 percent" in Occupy Wall Street and denouncing deadly wars fought to enrich the wealthy.

SEIU leader: Americans, South Africans face similar challenges

October 25, 2011 By Barb Kucera

It appears both the U.S. and South Africa are discussing simliar issues such as rising income inequality and the challenges of advancing a progressive agenda.